SEN Teaching Assistant - Early Years Foundation Stage

SEN Teaching Assistant - Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Location: Bradford

Contract: Full-time, term-time only Start date: September 2026

We are seeking a compassionate, proactive and skilled SEN Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated specialist team in a well-established SEN school in Bradford. This role focuses primarily on supporting pupils within our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), many of whom have complex learning needs, communication differences, sensory needs, or developmental delays.

About the Role

As part of our EYFS team, you will play a vital role in creating a nurturing, structured and engaging learning environment. You will work closely with teachers, therapists and support staff to deliver personalised learning experiences that help each child develop communication, independence, social interaction and early learning skills.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, child-centred support to pupils with a range of SEN needs
Implement individual support strategies and contribute to the graduated approach
Support children with communication, sensory regulation, play-based learning and early literacy/numeracy
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals
Assist with personal care routines where required
Create a safe, calm and inclusive classroom environment
Build positive relationships with families and contribute to progress reviewsWhat We're Looking For

Experience working with SEN pupils, ideally in EYFS
A nurturing, patient and resilient approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Understanding of early childhood development
Knowledge of autism, speech & language needs, sensory processing or developmental delay is highly desirable
Willingness to undertake relevant training (e.g., PECS, Makaton, sensory integration approaches)📩 How to Apply

Please send your CV and a short supporting statement outlining your experience with EYFS and SEN to

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed